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Higher Certificate in Fashion Merchandising

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SAQA ID91722
NQF Level5
Credits123
StatusRequires Verification
Related careers0

About this qualification

The Higher Certificate in Fashion Merchandising is an NQF level 5 higher-education qualification in the Visual Arts field. It is focused on the fashion merchandising area, which connects fashion products with their visual presentation and commercial positioning. The supplied record indicates that its registration period ended on 30 June 2024, and its current status should be verified before relying on it for enrolment.

Who might consider this qualification?

This qualification may be considered by people interested in the fashion industry, fashion merchandising and visual arts who are exploring higher-education study at NQF level 5. This is general guidance and not a statement of admission eligibility.

How this qualification may support career preparation

The qualification may provide relevant preparation for exploring fashion merchandising-related work or further study, but no approved career relationships are supplied. It does not guarantee employment, appointment or entry into a particular occupation.

Skills this qualification may help develop

  • Awareness of fashion merchandising concepts
  • Visual presentation awareness in a fashion context
  • Commercial awareness related to fashion products

Official dataset information

Qualification title
Higher Certificate in Fashion Merchandising
SAQA ID
91722
NQF sub-framework
HEQSF
NQF level
5
Minimum credits
123
Field
2
Subfield
Visual Arts
Originator
The Independent Institute of Education (Pty) Ltd
Registration end in source dataset
2024-06-30
Verification status: Requires Verification. The imported SAQA file is a historical dataset snapshot; current registration must be separately verified before Edupstairs describes it as current.

Before enrolling

  • Verify the qualification’s current SAQA registration status, as the supplied record shows a registration-end date of 30 June 2024 and does not confirm current registration.
  • Confirm that the institution and specific offering are authorised or accredited for the intended enrolment.
  • Check the provider’s current admission requirements and whether they apply to the specific intake.
  • Ask the provider for current details of the curriculum, assessment arrangements and any practical or workplace-related requirements.
  • Confirm that the qualification title, SAQA ID 91722, NQF level and credit value match the offering being advertised.
Data source: Qualification information is based on SAQA dataset records available to Edupstairs. Always confirm current registration, provider accreditation and admission requirements before enrolling.